Pediatric Nephrologist (M89552)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated physician for the Division of Pediatric Nephrology. This full-time role involves a mix of direct patient care, clinical administration, and teaching responsibilities in a thriving academic environment. Candidates must be board certified in pediatrics and either board certified or eligible in pediatric nephrology. Participation in research and development of an individual academic plan is encouraged, fostering a collaborative approach to pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Required board certification in pediatrics.
• Board eligibility in pediatric nephrology is necessary.
• Experience in clinical care in an academic medical center.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical responsibilities in pediatric nephrology.
• Participate in departmental committees and professional activities.
• Engage in clinical, translational, and outcomes research.
• Teach and mentor medical students and residents.

Skills

Clinical care

Teaching and mentorship

Research participation

Professionalism and respect

Education

Board certified in pediatrics

Board certified or board eligible in pediatric nephrology

Job description

Division of Nephrology – Department of Pediatrics

Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU – Richmond, VA

Mission or Goal of Unit

The Pediatric Nephrology Division at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University is an academic unit devoted to excellence in clinical care, teaching, and clinical, translational, and basic research. Eighty to ninety percent of our patient volume is outpatient. The division’s primary goal is to provide rapid access to care, maintain the current high standards of service, and reduce usage of high acuity services (ED, PICU, etc) when possible. While achieving these goals, additional related endeavors include teaching, research, and quality improvement/assurance projects.

Chief Purpose of this Position in Support of Above Mission or Goal

The Division of Pediatric Nephrology at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University (CHoR at VCU) is seeking a dedicated physician to join our thriving academic program and contribute to our clinical, teaching, and research missions. This full‑time faculty member will provide a balanced mix of direct patient care, clinical administrative responsibilities, and quality improvement/assurance activities. The role also includes active participation in didactic and bedside teaching for medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as the pursuit of an individualized academic plan that may encompass research, scholarly work, or other contributions aligned with divisional and personal goals. The Division is supported by a robust team of clinical faculty, advanced practice providers, nurse coordinators, and nurse navigators, creating a highly collaborative environment for delivering exceptional pediatric nephrology care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: Faculty member will serve as a leader and in the Department of Pediatric Nephrology for the Department of Pediatrics. Will work weekends and take call as necessary.
• Service: Faculty member will serve on departmental or School of Medicine level committees when appropriate, and engage in professional activities through journal review, conference presentations, etc.
• Research: Faculty member will be encouraged to engage in research and be able to participate in clinical, translational, and outcomes research.
• Teaching: Faculty member will have teaching responsibilities. Faculty member will provide teaching and mentorship to medical students, residents, chief residents, and fellows when applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Board certified in pediatrics
• Board certified or board eligible in pediatric nephrology
• Experience with clinical care of patientsExperience in an academic medical center
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU